Pacific Discovery supports self-discovery, personal growth and global awareness through immersive adventure travel in amazing places around the world. Students challenge themselves in a supportive small group environment, developing empathy for other cultures, furthering understanding of international issues, heightening appreciation for the earth’s wild places, deepening global perspectives and discovering their own passion and purpose.
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Surf world-class waves, traverse volcanoes, and lend a hand in environmental conservation while traveling on the Big Island & Oahu.
Surf, snorkel, canyon, hike, canoe, and completely immerse in the wild beauty of Australia with a lens on creative climate solutions!
Come on this Thai adventure combining animal conservation and cultural immersion with adventures in crystal clear beaches and National Parks!
Join us on a journey of discovery through lands steeped in rich history & culture.
On this extraordinary gap year program, you will immerse yourself in rich cultural heritage and dramatically diverse environments.
Journey through the cultural and environmental diversity, ancient Mayan ruins, and seascapes of Mexico, Guatemala and Costa Rica!
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I feel that I am able to appreciate culture and nature so much more now. This trip made me so much more comfortable making friends and truly being myself. I feel as if I have grown in so many ways from this trip and gained so many connections and experiences. I am way more confident now. Follow...
James Campbell
Hawaii Gap Semester Program 2022
I absolutely adored my time on the Australia / Bali semester with Pacific Discovery. It was a perfect mix of adventure, cultural immersion, service and personal development mixed in with a bit of city time. I have never grown so much as an individual as I did on this trip. I am more confident in...
Sophia Goddard
Australia and Bali Gap Semester Program 2023
I had an incredible life changing time on this trip, so much so that I now know for a 100% fact that I HAVE to come back to Australia because of how much I fell in love with this country and this trip! I think that this trip is a phenomenal way, particularly for younger travellers, to be able to...
Melissa Burke-Manwaring
Australia College Summer Program 2023
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